General Management Programme in Dubai - IIM Ahmedabad
The General Management Programme (GMP) is a distinguished executive program by IIM Ahmedabad in Dubai, designed to enhance functional and leadership skills. Since 2009, this 7-month program has successfully trained 22 batches, featuring classroom learning, case studies, and campus immersion experiences.
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₹ 17,16,905
Overview
The General Management Programme at IIM Ahmedabad Dubai is a transformative 7-month executive education program designed for experienced managers. The program combines classroom learning with campus immersion experiences at both Dubai and India campuses, offering a comprehensive curriculum in management and leadership development.
Why Management?
The program stands out for its focused immersion approach, seamless integration of learning with professional life, and the prestigious IIM Ahmedabad brand value. Participants benefit from case-based learning, experienced faculty interactions, and networking opportunities with industry leaders.
What does this course have to offer?
Key Highlights
Weekend marathon format
Case method teaching
Dual campus immersion
Industry-oriented curriculum
Networking opportunities
IIMA Alumni status
KHDA approved certification
Who is this programme for?
Senior professionals in leadership positions
Professionals with significant managerial responsibilities
Functionals experts seeking leadership skills
Professionals with 5+ years experience
MENA region professionals
Minimum Eligibility
Bachelor's degree with 50% marks
10 years work experience
Demonstrated leadership capabilities
Fast-track career progression
Who is the programme for?
The program follows a rigorous admission process evaluating candidates' professional experience and academic background. The curriculum is delivered through weekend sessions over 7 months, including 25 days of campus immersion split between Dubai and India campuses.
Selection process
How to apply?
Curriculum
The curriculum covers core management areas including Quantitative Methods, Economics, Accounting, Operations, Finance, Information Systems, People Management, Marketing, and Strategy. The program employs case studies and experiential learning methods.
There are 9 semesters in this course
The program is structured around key management disciplines, delivered through case studies and interactive sessions. Core modules cover financial analysis, strategic management, marketing strategies, and operational excellence. The curriculum emphasizes practical application through real-world business cases and industry projects.
Quantitative Methods
Economics
Accounting
Operations
Finance
Information Systems
People Management and Leadership
Marketing
Strategy
Programme Length
The program spans 7 months with weekend sessions designed for working professionals. It includes 25 days of campus immersion, with 16 days at IIM Ahmedabad Dubai and 9 days at the India campus.
Whom you will learn from?
Learn from top industry experts who bring real-world experience and deep knowledge to every lesson. The instructors are dedicated to help you achieve your goals with practical insights and hands-on guidance.
Instructors
Marketing Management
Professor Jaiswal, a Fellow (PhD) from XLRI Jamshedpur and faculty member in the Marketing Area at IIM Ahmedabad, has established expertise in diverse research areas including bottom of the pyramid markets, services management, customer satisfaction, business-to-consumer e-commerce, and brand extension management, with his academic excellence recognized through the Distinguished Young Professor Award for research excellence at IIMA in 2011.
Assistant Professor
Prof. Biju Varkkey's diverse professional journey encompasses academic excellence, with a master's in Human Resource Management from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, and a Fellow in Management title from NIBM, Pune, alongside extensive experience spanning industry, consulting, and prestigious teaching positions at institutions like IIM Lucknow and MDI Gurgaon, complemented by his role as a visiting scholar at AILS and significant contributions through commissioned assignments with international organizations including UNDP, ILO, IOM, UNITES, and ITUC.
Tuition Fee
The General Management Programme by IIM Ahmedabad in Dubai has a total program fee of ₹17,16,905 plus VAT (converted from AED 71,500), structured in six convenient installments for experienced managers. The payment schedule includes a registration fee of ₹1,80,095 (AED 7,500) upon enrollment, followed by four equal installments of ₹2,64,139 each (AED 11,000 each), with the first installment being ₹4,80,253 (AED 20,000). This comprehensive fee covers a 7-month program with weekend sessions designed for working professionals, 25 days of dual campus immersion (16 days at IIM Ahmedabad Dubai and 9 days at India campus), case method teaching, industry-oriented curriculum, networking opportunities, IIMA alumni status, and KHDA approved certification. The program is exclusively for MENA region residents with minimum 5 years of managerial experience after graduation. All fees are subject to 5% VAT, and executive alumni fees are additional and payable directly to the institute. Corporate nominations of 5 or more participants may be eligible for up to 10% discount, though no direct financial assistance or scholarships are currently available for individual participants. This prestigious executive education from IIM Ahmedabad provides accessible financing through structured installments while delivering exceptional value through dual campus immersion, distinguished faculty interactions, and access to one of India's most prestigious business school networks for seasoned managers seeking career transformation.
Fee Structure
Payment options
Financial Aid
Learning Experience
The learning experience combines classroom sessions, case discussions, and campus immersion. Participants engage in interactive sessions, work on real-world projects, and benefit from peer learning opportunities.
University Experience
IIM Ahmedabad provides comprehensive campus facilities during immersion periods at both Dubai and India locations. Participants gain access to library resources, networking events, and alumni activities.
Word from the Directors
Prof. Anand Kumar Jaiswal
Director, General Management Programme
For seasoned managers ready to reignite their careers
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About the University
Founded in 1961, IIMA is India's premier business school and consistently ranks as the top management institution in the country. Located on a 102-acre campus in Vastrapur, Ahmedabad, the institute is known for its rigorous academic programs, case method of teaching, and exceptional placement records.
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Affiliation & Recognition
Institute of National Importance Status
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EQUIS Accreditation
Harvard Business School
European Foundation for Management Development
Faculties
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they're here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
Instructors
Professor
Sriram Sankaranarayanan is a professor of Computer Science at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he teaches a variety of courses on algorithms, theory of computation, mathematical optimization and programming languages. His research studies how computers can be used to verify and design other computer systems by combining ideas from mathematical logic, theory of computation and control theory. He uses these to analyze "safety-critical" systems ranging from autonomous vehicles to artificial pancreas devices for patients with type-1 diabetes. Sriram obtained a PhD in computer science from Stanford University. Subsequently he worked as a research staff member at NEC research labs in Princeton, NJ. He has been on the faculty at CU Boulder since 2009. Sriram has been the recipient of awards including the CAREER award from NSF, and the Provost's faculty achievement award at CU Boulder.
Distinguished Operations Research Scholar and Optimization Expert
Diptesh Ghosh serves as a Professor in the Production and Quantitative Methods Area at IIM Ahmedabad, where he has been contributing since December 2001. His academic journey includes a doctoral degree in Operations Research and Systems Analysis from IIM Calcutta, followed by significant roles including post-doctoral research at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Econometrics and Operations Research, and faculty position at IIM Lucknow. His practical experience includes working in the production department of a global automobile manufacturer, which adds real-world perspective to his academic expertise. His research focuses on optimization algorithms and heuristics for complex combinatorial optimization problems, particularly in network location and routing, with significant contributions to metaheuristic methods development. At IIM Ahmedabad, he teaches crucial courses in linear optimization, decision analysis, and network algorithms, while also serving as Dean (Programmes). His extensive publication record includes numerous research papers on topics ranging from genetic algorithms and facility layout problems to data correcting algorithms in combinatorial optimization, establishing him as a leading authority in operations research and quantitative methods
Career services
IIMA provides comprehensive career development support through multiple channels. The placement cell facilitates strong connections with top employers worldwide, offering extensive networking opportunities and professional development programs. Through partnerships with leading companies, students receive practical experience and career advancement opportunities. The effectiveness is demonstrated by exceptional placement statistics and high-value recruitment offers.
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PGPX highest package
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Employment rate
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Course Start Date:
Starting Soon
Application Deadline:
To be announced
Duration:
7 Months
₹ 17,16,905
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